Research indicates that if we think about our future possible selves we can be inspired to

A) be nicer to those around us.
B) find our immediate rewards more enjoyable and live in the moment.
C) forego current activities that do not help us to achieve an improved future self.
D) forget about our past mistakes.
E) inflate our future aspirations until they become unachievable.


Answer: C

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